9/11 Memorial

by Denise // 5 September, 2012 // Comments off

This morning, I realized that I never shared my photos from NYC. Since next Tuesday is the anniversary of the attacks on September 11, I thought it fitting to share photos of our visit to the 9/11 Memorial. When visiting the memorial, visitors... Continue reading →

Shot Heard ‘Round the World and Fireworks

by Denise // 2 July, 2012 // Comments off

I loved all the Schoolhouse Rock! programs when I was a kid. I remember looking forward to commercials between Saturday morning cartoons just to see what Schoolhouse Rock! short would air. I enjoyed Schoolhouse Rock! programs so much that when... Continue reading →

Pumapunku

by Denise // 30 May, 2012 // Comments off

When you give a toddler an iPad, he’ll perform a Google search. I need to stop watching Ancient Aliens with him. Denise Mestanza-Taylor+ Continue reading →

Our Own Joan of Arc

by Denise // 16 May, 2012 // Comments off

As we wrap up the end of the school year, it seems like the projects keep piling on. One of the recent projects required my youngest daughter, Emmalynn, to read a biography, complete with a book report and then she... Continue reading →

It’s the End of the World

by Denise // 9 January, 2012 // Comments off

Ever watch Ancient Aliens on the History? I’m a bit obsessed with the show. On New Year’s Eve, the History channel aired an Ancient Aliens marathon and I was glued to the TV. For the most part, it’s complete science... Continue reading →

Pride

by Denise // 17 January, 2011 // Comments off

Despite our polar opposite political views, my friend, John, and I share a common love for random trivia facts. In any given conversation, we can offer a lesser-known bit of knowledge related to the topic at hand, like the time... Continue reading →

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